The Athletic Football Show: A show about the NFL Week 9 Recap: Bills knock off Chiefs, big wins for the Steelers and Vikings, and the Packers lost to who?!?
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Nov 3, 2025 Week 9 was a rollercoaster in the NFL! The Bills stung the Chiefs with a stellar defensive performance, leaving Mahomes scrambling. The Steelers turned heads with their dominant win over the Colts, thanks to a relentless defense. Meanwhile, the Vikings pulled off a surprising upset against the Lions, fueled by clutch plays from JJ McCarthy. In a wild shootout, the Bears and Bengals showcased explosive offenses, while the Packers faced scrutiny after a baffling loss to the Panthers. It was a week full of twists, highlights, and surprises!
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Bills' Dime-Heavy Disguise Derailed Mahomes
- The Bills used heavy dime and mixed disguises to create pre-snap indecision and limit Mahomes' instant options.
- That combination, plus pressure, produced Mahomes' worst regular-season drop-back success rate as a starter.
Pass Rush As A Force Multiplier
- Adding Joey Bosa and younger pieces provided a pass-rush gear the Bills lacked before, turning consistent pressures into game-altering plays.
- Those pass-rush wins let Buffalo play looser coverage and still disrupt Kansas City's timing.
Steelers Front Rewrote The Colts Game
- The Steelers' front flipped the Colts game via sustained pressure, turnovers and uncharacteristic sacks.
- Winning one-on-one matchups up front and creative drops turned pressure into turnovers and momentum.